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Prince Harry will visit Britain again later this month to attend the WellChild Awards in London.
Harry, 40, is a long-time patron of WellChild, a charity that supports young people with serious illnesses and disabilities. He has attended the organisation’s awards 12 times, which celebrate the inspiring stories of the young people the charity supports.
“Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, has been a patron of WellChild for 16 years and has provided invaluable assistance – both in raising awareness and making financial contributions – to ensure the charity can pursue its mission to improve the quality of life of seriously ill children and their children. families,” WellChild said in a statement through her website on Wednesday, September 18.
“He has attended the WellChild Awards twelve times previously and will spend time with each winner and their families at a pre-ceremony reception, listening to their stories and helping to create lifelong memories,” the statement continued. “Prince Harry will then attend the ceremony and present the Award for Inspiring Child (4-6 years) and give a speech.”
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Harry added: “I am once again honored to attend this year’s WellChild Awards, which celebrate the remarkable courage and achievements of children living with complex medical needs. These amazing young people, along with the dedicated caregivers, nurses and professionals who tirelessly support them, inspire us all. It is a true privilege to recognize such extraordinary individuals.”
Ahead of his visit to Britain, Harry will join the Diana Award Foundation for a panel discussion at the Concordia Annual Summit, taking place in New York City between September 23 and 25. Dr. Tessy OjoCEO of The Diana Award, will chair a conversation with Harry and two young recipients of the foundation’s Legacy Award, which was established in memory of his mother, the late Princess Diana.
Harry was recently in Britain for his uncle’s funeral Sir Robert FellowesPrincess Diana’s brother-in-law on August 28.
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While Harry and his older brother, Prince Williamboth attended the funeral, the two reportedly did not cross paths. During his trip, Harry reportedly stayed with his uncle Charles Spencer at Althorp House, where his mother grew up.
Harry celebrated his 40th birthday on Sunday, September 15, with birthday wishes from his estranged brother and Kate Middleton. “Wishing the Duke of Sussex a happy 40th birthday,” the Prince and Princess of Wales shared on social media.
In a statement to the BBC on Friday, September 13, Harry said: “I was anxious about turning 30, I’m excited about turning 40.”
“Regardless of age, my mission is to continue to show up and do good in the world,” he added.